Is a Crosley really that bad?
Most collectors of vinyl records criticize the Crosley brand. It has a reputation for having poor quality and performance as well as a short shelf life. One particular model, the Crosley Cruiser, is known for destroying vinyl records due to poor tracking among many others. You’ll also find plenty of bad reviews online.
Is Crosley any good?
Overall, the Crosley Cruiser is the best option, if you are looking for maximum portability. It is the smallest and lightest player you’ll find. But you do sacrifice sound quality for that portability. If quality is more important to you, then the Electrohome Archer is easily the better choice.
Does Crosley scratch your records?
They can, to a degree. The reason are the cheap styli found on Crosley players and on similarly priced entry level turntables like Jensen. The tips are not carefully manufactured and have rougher edges, which wear down your records at a much faster pace than well-made, high-end styli.
Is Crosley bad for vinyl?
Crosley players have a cheap and rough needle which means it will wear out/damage your records a little faster than other higher quality players. However it’s not like a Crosley will destroy your records as soon as you put them on. There are many different styles of Crosley players on the market.
Why are suitcase players bad?
The reason that suitcase record players are perhaps more likely to damage vinyl records is that they are generally cheaper, which means the manufacturer is likely to have installed a low-quality stylus on the device.
What size records does Crosley play?
The Crosley Cruiser plays any 33 1/3, 45 And 78 RPM records, and includes a built-in 45 adapter.
Why is my Crosley record player slow?
Oftentimes, a loose belt is the main cause of a slow record player. This occurs because without the grip of the belt on the pulley, the turntable can move too slow, affecting the overall sound and quality of the playback.
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